Diamond Dealer

Old Jul 1st, 2011, 02:20 PM
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Diamond Dealer

I am looking for a reputable Diamond Dealer to work with on a purchase in NYC. Is there one in the diamond district anyone has had good business dealings with?

If not second choice is Troy/Birmingham Michigan area.

Thank you for your help on this.
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Old Jul 1st, 2011, 02:33 PM
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bluenile.com my fav

some issues with using Israeli

"conflict diamonds"

makeing their prices very competitive right now.

Beware many shysters scammers they might get the diamond mine

and u might get the shaft...
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Old Jul 1st, 2011, 04:30 PM
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It is worth using a special diamond merchant - rather than a local jeweler only if 2 conditions apply
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1) you are planning on spending a significant amount of money (don't bother for $1 or $2 thousand)

2) you know enough about diamonds to know what you're looking at - not just size and cut - but also color and quality (If you don;t it's really easy to overspend)

And you never trust any dealer - you buy only on the basis of a confirmatory valuation by a jeweler of your choice.

For a basic engagement ring or ear studs you are better off going to a reputable local place
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After doing a great deal of research in both retail stores (regular and high-end), Blue Nile and other online sources, and a Diamond District jeweler whom they didn't like, my son and his fiancé recently bought her engagement ring and wedding band from a second DD jeweler, Blauweiss-Berkowitz. They were very happy with the service and the price..
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Old Jul 1st, 2011, 06:38 PM
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Let me check, I know someone who works in the Diamond District.

Roughly what type of cut, clarity, and size?
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Old Jul 2nd, 2011, 02:50 PM
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Halo style round diamond studs, size ~1.75 ct wt.
Looking at S1-2 and E-G color.
Or round cut with a halo style jacket.
Thanks
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Old Jul 2nd, 2011, 03:19 PM
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Thanks I will send it along.
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Old Jul 4th, 2011, 10:24 AM
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Peter Germano is regularly recommended on tripadvisor forum and many people have bought engagement rings from him and been very satisfied. http://www.peterjgermano.com/index.html
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My friend who designs engagment rings and works in the Diamond District asked if you can google some designs, so he can better help you.
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You are only four years too late.
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